Removing & Fitting the Blade
WARNING
• Always handle the blade with care - sharp
edges could cause injury. USE GLOVES
• Spark plug lead may be hot - handle with care.
Removing the Blade
•
Renew your metal blade after 50 hours
mowing or 2 years whichever is the sooner -
regardless of condition.
•
If the blade is cracked or damaged replace it
with a new one.
1. Ensure the Operator Presence Control is released,
when the engine has stopped and the blade has
stopped rotating - disconnect the spark plug lead.
2. Fully close the fuel tap
(J)
.
3. Turn your lawnmower on its side with the air
cleaner uppermost
(see pic above)
.
4. Use spanner to loosen blade bolt by turning anti-
clockwise.
5. Remove the blade bolt, blade and washer.
6. Inspect for damage and clean as necessary.
Fitting the Blade
1. When reassembling the blade ensure that the
retaining washer is flat and not dished, tighten the
bolt to a torque of 35-40 Nm.
(R)
Cleaning the Air Filter
S1 - Air Duct
S2 - Air Cleaner Body
S3 - Filter
S4 - Latch Tabs
S5 - Air Cleaner Cover
Never run the engine without a filter or with a dirty
filter. This will greatly reduce engine efficiency and
lead to engine damage.
Your lawnmower is fitted with an Air Cleaner, the
maintenance for which is as follows:-
• Check the filter before each use.
• Clean every 25 hrs or more frequently when
used in dusty areas.
• Replace filter every 200 hrs.
1. Press the latch tabs on the top of the air cleaner
cover and remove the cover.
2. Check the filter is clean and in good condition.
If the filter is dirty:-
Tap the air filter several times on a hard surface to
remove dirt, or blow compressed air through the air filter
from the clean side that faces the engine. Never try to
brush off dirt. Brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
3. Wipe dirt from the air cleaner body and cover
using a moist rag. Be careful to prevent dirt from
entering the air duct that leads to the carburetor.
4. Replace the filter and air cleaner cover.
Spark Plug
An oily or carboned spark plug makes starting
difficult and decreases the efficiency of the engine.
Periodically remove the spark plug and clean and
adjust when necessary.
Gap setting 0.028 - 0.031".
Do not remove spark plug when engine is hot. Do
not sand blast the spark plug to clean it.
Fault Finding
Engine Will Not Start
1. Ensure that the Operator Presence Control is
gripped firmly to the upper handle.
2. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank
and the fuel tap is open
3. Check that the choke control lever is in the
correct position:- 'Run’ position
(L)
- for a hot
engine, 'Choke’ position
(K)
- for a cold engine.
4. The engine may have flooded. Remove and dry
the spark plug.
5. Petrol may be stale, replace. Once the petrol has
been replaced, it may take a little time for fresh
petrol to filter through.
6. Check that the blade bolt is tight. A loose blade
bolt could cause difficult starting.
7.
If the engine will still not start - disconnect the spark
plug lead and consult you local approved Electrolux
Outdoor Products Service Centre/Dealer.
Lack of Engine Power and/or Overheating
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead and allow the
engine to cool down.
2. Clean grass clippings and debris from around the
engine and air inlets and the underside of the deck.
3. Clean the engine air filter
4. Petrol may be stale, replace. Once petrol has
been replaced, it may take a little time for fresh
petrol to filter through.
5.
If the engine still lacks power and/or is
overheating, disconnect the spark plug lead and
consult you local approved Electrolux Outdoor
Products Service Centre/Dealer.
Excessive Vibration
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
2. Check that the blade is correctly fitted.
'See 'Fitting
and Removing the Blade'
.
3. If the blade is damaged or worn, renew the blade.
4.
If vibration persists - do not use - disconnect the
spark plug lead and consult your local approved
Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre/Dealer
.
ENGLISH - 3
AIR
CLEANER
TIP
THIS
WAY
ONLY
Before any servicing to the
underside of your machine, close
the fuel tap, let the engine run
until it stops, disconnect the
spark plug lead and TIP THE
MACHINE ON ITS SIDE WITH
THE AIR CLEANER UPPERMOST.
IMPORTANT
